Steeped in tradition and history, London is the undisputed capital and crossroads of the Western world, the heart of an empire and heartbeat of a generation.
Stay at - The Capital Hotel, just a stone's throw from Harrods in Knightsbridge
Eat at - The Capital Restaurant at The Capital Hotel
Borshtch 'n' Tears (Russian, 46 Beauchamp Place, Knightsbridge)
The Tate Gallery Cafe
Go shopping - Harrods
Take side trips to - the English countryside
Be sure to visit - Buckingham Palace
The Tate Gallery
Best time of year to go - mid-April through June, and late August to mid-September
Best things to buy - China, crystal, lace, linens, tea, biscuits, gourmet, books
Best indulgence - Walking through the Food Halls in Harrods
Fly into - London Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW) or Stansted (STN)
Transportation - London taxicabs are excellent, as is public transport. Take the tube (Underground) and buses, and walk where you can.
